It's impossible to predict how the new brain trust will view some of the returning offensive personnel. But did that keep us from putting together a list of five players who we expect to come to the forefront in the near future? Of course not.
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2004 (Sophomore): A prototypical fullback, Le'Ron started the final four games of the season when starting fullback Tim Castille was lost with a knee injury. He played a career-high 59 snaps against Mississippi State and LSU and 52 in the Music City Bowl against Minnesota. Le'Ron scored on the Tide’s first offensive play against Minnesota when he caught a two-yard TD pass from Spencer Pennington. He then scored the Tide’s only other TD on a one-yard run to finish with seven yards rushing and nine yard receiving. He rushed 17 times for 66 yards and two TDs on the season, but he was especially devestating as a blocker. He also caught eight passes for 55 yards and three of TDs. He had a career-best 16 yards rushing against Western Carolina and two receptions for 11 yards and one TD against Mississippi State.

2003 (Freshman): Le'Ron played in 11 games, missing the Northern Illinois and Arkansas contests. He had a start against Kentucky and played a total of 180 snaps. He had one carry for one yard (against Kentucky) and two catches for 35 yards (both against Kentucky) on the season.

The Good: Powerful senior has been a strong, battering-ram type runner and lead blocker. He has a big, thick frame and the strength and quickness to get to the line with the technique and toughness to contain a defender the full play.

The Bad: He has a complete game at a diminished position for the pros. He needs to refine his pass catching skills to challenge for a job in the NFL as a complimentary fullback, though he has shown the talent to perform those key duties.

Outlook: He is a prospect with interesting potential to start in time. His strong lead blocking gives him a chance to compete for a roster spot in a traditional fullback role, and he is solid performer in all areas of the position. He is similar to the Chargers' Lorenzo Neal in size, athletic ability and style. Possible late pick or free agent with marginal athletic ability. He has the blocking skills to make it and challenge for a starting job in his career.

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